The Veteran

R

2011

1 hr. 38 min.

Action

Mystery & Thriller

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60%

20 Reviews

Tomatometer

38%

500+ Ratings

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A soldier returns from Afghanistan and uncovers a conspiracy between the intelligence services and a gang of drug dealers.

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Chett T

"The Veteran" is a riveting and gritty exploration of the post-service struggles faced by military veterans. Anchored by a powerful performance from Toby Kebbell, the film peels back the layers of a soldier's return to civilian life, delving deep into the psychological aftermath of combat. Kebbell's portrayal of Robert Miller, a troubled veteran grappling with reintegration, is hauntingly authentic. The film masterfully navigates the complexities of Miller's inner turmoil, shedding light on the invisible scars borne by those who have served. Director Matthew Hope crafts a taut and intense narrative, blending elements of psychological thriller and socio-political commentary. The pacing, accompanied by a palpable sense of tension, keeps viewers on edge, mirroring the protagonist's own internal strife. What sets "The Veteran" apart is its unflinching gaze into the harsh realities faced by returning soldiers—addressing issues of PTSD, disillusionment, and the difficulties of readjusting to civilian life. The film serves as a stark reminder of the sacrifices made by servicemen and women, challenging audiences to confront the complexities of their experiences beyond the battlefield.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

11/29/23

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Renato d

I have seen the trailer of this film. Must be good.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

12/15/22

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isla s

This is very much a gritty, urban British crime drama centering on said veteran trying to infiltrate a cell of terrorists. There is a fair bit of shaky camerawork present, which may (or may not) bother you but I felt it did well in terms of feeling quite looming, atmosphere wise. Its probably not best for anyone especially squeamish, as there are some scenes involving violence which I flinched a little at, although I won't go into details so as not to provide spoilers. Its reasonably well paced and a pretty decent British crime action film. I'd say the best elements are the performances, given I wasn't familiar with the main names and the feeling of looming tension throughout. There are some not bad special effects too, so overall, its not a bad film, even though there are unanswered questions and it ends somewhat suddenly. Its probably a little too bleak and gritty to suit everyone but if this sounds of interest and the fact it doesn't answer all the questions raised in the plot doesn't concern you, then I'd recommend it, yes.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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Audience Member

If you can ignore the confusing and disjoint plot it is worth watching just to see all those bad guys wasted. Poor Tony is as good as dead too many times and long before his predictable end, but what the heck!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

02/14/23

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Audience Member

I can't tell if the plot is hard to follow or its just boring and the ending is a let down with plenty of forgettable characters. The action scenes and gun fight at the end are great but like I said the ending kills it but this could be because they didn't have budget to do it justice.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

02/01/23

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Audience Member

Another brooding movie, but form the UK, good acting however as I liked it, but agree with the critics, just takes too long to get moving with a number of side plots never explained.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

02/01/23

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Matthew Hope

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Toby Kebbell

Miller

Brian Cox

Gerry

Tony Curran

Chris Turner

Tom Brooke

Danny Turner

Ashley Thomas

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[An] efficient, familiar urban thriller...

May 1, 2011

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Anthony Quinn

Independent (UK)

Rated: 3/5

Apr 29, 2011

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Phelim O'Neill

Guardian

It's a thinly populated drama, full of sketchy, unconvincing characters...

Rated: 2/5

Apr 28, 2011

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Rated: 2/5

Sep 29, 2011

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Henry Fitzherbert

Daily Express (UK)

The storytelling lacks some polish but the picture builds to a powerful, high body-count climax.

Rated: 3/5

May 9, 2011

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Matt Glasby

Total Film

A state-of-the-nation conspiracy thriller split three ways, The Veteran overstretches itself by fighting on too many fronts at once.

Rated: 3/5

May 4, 2011

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Synopsis

A soldier returns from Afghanistan and uncovers a conspiracy between the intelligence services and a gang of drug dealers.

Director: Matthew Hope
Executive Producer: Jason Garrett, David Rogers, Dawn Pritchard, Sheila Pritchard
Screenwriter: Matthew Hope, Robert Henry Craft, Adam Tysoe
Production Co: Premiere Picture, DMK Productions, Media Pro One, Iconiq Group, Veteran Pictures
Rating: R (Violence|Pervasive Language|Nudity)
Genre: Action, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Sep 27, 2013

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